News Releases - Government of New Brunswick https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/featured_news.html Featured News - Government of New Brunswick en Progress being made on provincial health plan objectives https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.07.0306.html Almost 75 per cent of the provincial health plan’s goals have been achieved, two-and-a-half years into the five-year plan. The health plan, Stabilizing Health Care: An Urgent Call to Action, was released in November 2021. Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:39:00 -0400 Report highlights gains in population, employment and investment https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.07.0300.html The 2023 Economy in Review report released today demonstrates the continued growth and success of the New Brunswick economy last year, according to Finance and Treasury Board Minister Ernie Steeves. Wed, 03 Jul 2024 10:30:00 -0400 Statement on the passing of James K. Irving https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.06.0276.html The following message of condolence was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs following the passing of James K. Irving. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 22:00:00 -0400 National Indigenous Peoples Day https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.06.0271.html The following statement was issued by Indigenous Affairs Minister Réjean Savoie to mark National Indigenous Peoples Day. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 11:09:00 -0400 Government supports creation of provincewide program for volunteer drivers https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.05.0218.html Urban/Rural Rides is implementing a provincial dispatch platform for its volunteer driver programs and other transportation initiatives, with support from the provincial government. Mon, 27 May 2024 11:29:00 -0400 Province’s credit rating among the top in the nation https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.05.0204.html Moody’s Ratings has upgraded New Brunswick’s credit rating to Aa1 with a stable outlook from a rating of Aa2 with a positive outlook. Thu, 16 May 2024 14:53:00 -0400 Collaborative practices at centre of new primary health care action plan https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.05.0189.html Health Minister Bruce Fitch says today’s release of a primary health care action plan reiterates the government’s commitment to improving access to health care. Tue, 07 May 2024 14:13:00 -0400 32 companies vie for 2024 New Brunswick Export Awards https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.05.0178.html Opportunities NB will celebrate the contributions of the province’s exporting companies at its 56th annual gala on May 30 in Moncton. Thu, 02 May 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Funding to repair roof of New Brunswick Botanical Garden’s welcome building https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0160.html The provincial government has approved up to $1.5 million for repairs to the roof of the welcome and administrative building at the New Brunswick Botanical Garden in Edmundston. Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:34:00 -0400 Prevention measures encouraged as new wildfire season begins https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0157.html As wildfires increase across the country, New Brunswickers are being urged to do what they can to prevent wildfires in their own province. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 13:15:00 -0400 REVISED / Applications for 2024 low-income seniors’ benefit now available https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.04.0138.html Applications are now available for the 2024 Low-Income Seniors’ Benefit, which increased to $600 on April 1. Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:31:00 -0400 Agreements signed with federal government to improve health care and long-term care https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0134.html The provincial and federal governments have signed two bilateral agreements aimed at improving access to health and long-term care services. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 13:10:00 -0400 Investment in construction phase of New Brunswick Museum https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0131.html The New Brunswick Museum building on Douglas Avenue in Saint John will be updated and expanded with investments from the provincial and federal governments and the museum itself. Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:46:00 -0400 Budget 2024-25 – Stronger than Ever: Let’s Keep Building https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0126.html The provincial government has tabled its 2024-25 budget, delivering the biggest health-care budget in New Brunswick’s history, as well as outlining investments in other priority areas such as housing, supporting vulnerable populations and education. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 14:08:00 -0400 COVID-19 spring vaccine available April 2 https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0123.html New Brunswickers who have personal risk factors for severe illnesses will be eligible for a spring COVID-19 vaccine beginning April 2. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 11:22:00 -0400 River Watch 2024 begins today https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0113.html The annual River Watch program was launched today to provide New Brunswickers with information on the status of rivers, potential ice jams and other flood issues across the province during the coming weeks. Tue, 12 Mar 2024 13:42:00 -0400 New Brunswickers can now register damage related to Feb. 28-29 heavy rainfall https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0097.html New Brunswick residents affected by the heavy rainfall on Feb. 28-29 can report related property damage by calling 1-888-298-8555 or by registering online. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 Statement on the passing of Brian Mulroney https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.03.0096.html The following message of condolence was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs following the passing of former prime minister Brian Mulroney. Fri, 01 Mar 2024 10:07:00 -0400 Statement regarding flooding in Sussex https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0093.html The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the flooding in Sussex. Thu, 29 Feb 2024 15:26:00 -0400 Applications for N.B. Workers Benefit now being accepted https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0087.html Online and paper applications for the one-time N.B. Workers Benefit of $300 are now being accepted, until June 30. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 08:34:00 -0400 Supporting working New Brunswickers https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0085.html The following statement was issued today by Premier Blaine Higgs regarding the N.B. Workers Benefit: Sat, 24 Feb 2024 13:04:00 -0400 Family Day message https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0073.html The following message was issued by Premier Blaine Higgs in recognition of Family Day, Feb. 19. Fri, 16 Feb 2024 08:50:00 -0400 New Brunswickers can now register damage related to Jan. 10 storm surge https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.02.0053.html New Brunswickers affected by the storm surge on Jan. 10 along the province’s eastern coastline can report property damage by calling the Damage Report Line at 1-888-298-8555 or by registering online. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 13:27:00 -0400 State of the province address focuses on growth and affordability https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0026.html During his annual state of the province address, Premier Blaine Higgs highlighted the province’s improved economic stability while focusing on investments made in priority areas of health care, housing, education and affordability. Thu, 25 Jan 2024 20:45:00 -0400 Low-income seniors’ supplement distributed https://www2.gnb.ca:443/content/gnb/en/news/news_release.2024.01.0022.html The $200 Low-Income Seniors’ Affordability Supplement for recipients of the 2023 Low-Income Seniors’ Benefit has been issued. Wed, 24 Jan 2024 12:16:00 -0400 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 11:39:00 -0400